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”Tannin-like Substances in Grass Leaves” is a monograph authored by R.P. Ellis, published in 1990 as part of the Memoirs of the Botanical Survey of South Africa series (No. 59).
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”Tannin-like Substances in Grass Leaves” is a monograph authored by R.P. Ellis, published in 1990 as part of the Memoirs of the Botanical Survey of South Africa series (No. 59). This 80-page work investigates the presence and characteristics of tannin-like compounds in the leaves of various grass species.
Ellis’s research identifies tannin-like substances within the epidermal cells of grass leaves, suggesting a potential role in plant defense mechanisms. The study encompasses both C3 and C4 grasses, indicating that the occurrence of these compounds is widespread across different photosynthetic pathways.
Subsequent studies have built upon Ellis’s findings. For instance, research on Eulalia villosa, a southern African sourveld grass, confirmed the presence of condensed tannins in its leaf tissues. The assays revealed significant levels of total phenols and condensed tannins, supporting Ellis’s hypothesis about tannin deposits in grass epidermal cells.
Ellis’s monograph is accessible through the Internet Archive for those interested in a comprehensive exploration of tannin-like substances in grass leaves.
